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Baby Stranger Anxiety

Stranger anxiety or “making strange” is the name given to a baby’s nervous behaviour around unfamiliar people. You’ll notice that your baby will cry inconsolably when held by an unfamiliar person and cling to you when others speak to them. This usually begins around 4 – 6 months of age and can continue until they’re…

Baby’s Speech Milestones

Learning to talk is a skill that your baby begins working on before they’re even born. They listen to us from within the womb eventually learning to distinguish their mother’s voice. Once they’re born they’re comforted by the familiarity of their mother’s voice, giving them vital reassurance in those unsettling first days outside the womb.…

Establish Baby’s Sleep Routine

Sleep can be one of the most challenging aspects of having a baby. New parents can lose up to 50 nights worth of sleep during their baby’s first year – so it’s no surprise that new parents are eager to improve their baby’s sleep habits. Establishing a sleep routine for your baby can help you…

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How To Know If Baby Gets Enough Breastmilk

It’s natural that breastfeeding mothers sometimes worry that their baby is not getting enough milk. Unlike formula-feeding, there’s no way to know exactly how many ounces your baby is having at each feed. As you progress through your breastfeeding journey you’ll be able to distinguish between feeds where your baby has emptied your breast and…

Breastfeeding Tips For New Mothers

Breastfeeding is natural, but that doesn’t mean it comes naturally. That’s why it’s best to be as informed as possible before embarking on this beautiful yet tricky journey. Here are our best breastfeeding tips for new mothers. Breastfeed right after birth Your baby will usually be really alert just after birth and they are instinctively…

Coping with Labour Pain

Whether you’re aiming for an unmedicated birth or you’re planning to accept every form of relief that your hospital can offer you, it’s helpful to have some methods of relieving your own pain. This will make you feel more confident in your birthing process, armed with the knowledge that you can help yourself in some…

Baby Proofing

Baby proofing is the best way to prevent avoidable accidents and injuries in your home. When your baby starts to crawl, usually around 6-9 months of age, they will have access to lots of new things which appear exciting to them but can be dangerous. We’ve compiled a list of great baby proofing suggestions for…

Gift Ideas For A New Mother

A mother will always remember the thoughtful things people did for her during those hectic newborn days. This gift guide is centred around the new mother and ways you can relieve some of her stress and make her feel a bit special! We hope you find these gift ideas for a new mother helpful! 1.…

How Dads Can Help During Labour

If your partner is pregnant, you may be wondering how you can avoid being useless when it comes to labour and delivery. In reality, you are your partner’s biggest comfort and protector. Nobody can make her feel safer and more reassured than you can. Here are some of the many ways you can support your…

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Benefits Of Skin-To-Skin Contact

Skin-to-skin is exactly what it sounds like – you and your baby having a cuddle with no clothes or blankets between you. This is sometimes referred to as “kangaroo care” as it resembles how kangaroos look after their newborn young in their pouch until they’re more mature. This practice is especially great during the Fourth…